KEEP YOUR DOG HAPPY WITH HEALTHY TREATS

Food treats are an effective reward for dogs in training. And after lots of hard work, your dog deserves a special treat. But you don’t want to give him unhealthy treats, especially when so many treats on the market are made with added fillers, preservatives, and unnatural ingredients that can make your dog very sick. You also don’t want to give your dog too many tasty treats. This could lead to digestive issues and obesity. A general recommendation is that treats should not make up more than 15% to 20% of your pet’s total diet.

When looking for healthy treats to reward your dog, pay attention to the ingredient list and avoid the following items:

After putting in hours working on his fitness, Bogart treated himself to some delicious and healthy snacks at Three Dog Bakery at Stony Point Fashion Park. Take a look! Keep following Bogart as he continues to train for the Richmond SPCA Dog Jog!